Jenn's Losing It

Six turbo toners designed by Alexandra White, a co owner of Jumping Frog Pilates in Tenafly, NJ. So grab your yoga mat and do the circuit twice, three alternating days a week! Clamp (Targets back, abs, obliques, inner and outer thighs) Lie face up on the floor with your arms and legs extended upward; lift head, neck and shoulders off floor Simultaneously lower arms out to sides and open legs 45 degrees, keeping shoulders and chest lifted throughout Return to start, squeezing palms together and legs together Do 10 to 12 reps Sprinkler (Targets back, abs and obliques) Sit on floor with legs extended, thighs together and feet flexed; tilt torso back 45 degrees and extend arms out to sides, palms facing forward Rotate torso to right, sweeping left arm across body to tap left palm to right palm Return to start, then repeat to left to complete 1 rep Do 10 to 12 reps Skinny Dip (Targets back, abs, obliques, butt) Lie on floor on left side, propped up on left forearm, kn...

Do these five serious shapers for your best butt ever. ON YOUR MARK – Targets shoulders, arms, abs and butt Start on all fours, hands under shoulders and back flat Step left foot forward on floor by left hand, left knee bent 90 degrees Extend your left leg behind you, raising it as high as you can, pointing toes Quickly return left foot to floor by left hand Do 15 to 30 reps, switch sides and repeat Do 2 Sets SADDLEBAG TRIMMER – Targets abs, butt, inner and outer thighs Start on all fours, then lower right hip to floor so that hips, knees and ankles are staked Bring left knee into chest as you bend elbows to lower chest toward floor Straighten left arm as you extend left leg behind you Do 15-30 reps, switch sides and repeat.  Do 2 sets LUNGE LEG LIFT –Targets abs, butt, hamstrings and quads Stand with feet shoulder width apart, then lunge back with left leg, raising arms in front of you shoulder height Stand up on right leg, knee slightly bent, and lift ...

Abs aren’t always the problem, sometimes it’s your core that needs a little attention.  Check out these core strengthening moves: SUMO SQUAT JUMP – targets core, butt and legs Stand with feet slightly wider than hip width apart Squat tapping floor or shins with hands From Squat jump as high as you can, landing feet together, then jump back out, landing in sumo squat position. Do 12 reps TEASER –targets core Lie face up with legs and arms extended towards ceiling Lower legs toward floor and arms behind head about 45 degrees until you feel your back arching slightly Return to start Do 8 reps KICKED UP CURTSY LUNGE -targets shoulders, core, butt and legs Stand with feet hip width apart, arms by sides Lunge right leg back, crossing it behind left and bend both knees 90 degrees to do a slight curtsy Stand up on left leg, lifting right knee out to side and extend arms out at shoulder height with elbows bent at 90 degrees Return to curtsy and lower arms to sides D...

This workout helps you sizzle mega calories even while you sleep. (yes it’s scientifically proven) Obliques and Deep Abs                CRISSCROSS – targets abs and obliques (triple the toning for your obliques compared with a standard crunch) Lie face up on the floor with elbows bent out to sides at shoulder level, hands touching behind ears and knees bent, feet flat Crunch up, lifting feet off floor and rotate torso toward right as you bring your right knee into chest, simultaneously extend left leg diagonally up at a 45 degree angle Keeping torso and legs lifted, switch sides and repeat to complete 1 rep Do 10-12 reps, then move on to the Roll – Up ROLL – UP – targets deep abs ( 26% percent more ab flattening than a typical crunch) Lie face up on floor with arms extended behind your head, palms up Engaging abs, raise arms overhead and slowly lift shoulders and then torso off floor, hinge forwa...

This workout helps you sizzle mega calories even while you sleep. (yes it’s scientifically proven) Butt and Hamstrings and Quads and Calves QUADRUPED – targets butt, hamstrings and core ( up to double the butt toning of a squat and almost double the hamstring toning) Start on floor on all fours, knees under hips, palms under shoulders Keeping right knee bent 90 degrees, lift right leg until thigh is parallel to floor.  Lower to start Do 10-12 reps, then switch sides and repeat to complete 1 set Move onto the One-Legged Calf Squat ONE LEGGED CALF SQUAT – targets quads, calves (done while standing on a step with your heel off the edge, this engages 79% of your calf muscles) Stand on the left foot, holding on to back of chair for balance if needed, right leg bent behind you Raise left heel off floor as high as possible, then bend left knee to lower into a single leg squat Return to standing, then lower heel to floor Do 10-12 reps, switch legs an repeat.  Then ...

This workout helps you sizzle mega calories even while you sleep. (yes it’s scientifically proven) Biceps and Triceps PREACHER CURL – targets biceps (better arm firming than a standing biceps curl, targeting 90% of the muscle) Holding a dumbbell in each hand, sit on a chair backward with arms hanging over its back, palms facing up Curl weights toward shoulders, then lower Do 10-12 reps, then move on to the Diamond Push-Up DIAMOND PUSH-UP -targets triceps, chest (25% more sculpting than standard triceps moves, like overhead extensions) Start on the floor in a modified push up position, balancing on hands & knees with arms extended so that body forms a straight line from the shoulders to knees, move palms close together under chest, thumbs & forefingers touching Bend elbows to lower chest towards floor.  Return to start Do 8-15 reps, then return to the Preacher Curl Continue alternating sets until you have done 3 sets of each exercise Fitness Maga...

This workout helps you sizzle mega calories even while you sleep. (yes it’s scientifically proven) Back and Chest BENT OVER ROW  – targets back, biceps (tones 93% of your upper back muscles-more than any other move tested) Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand, arms by sides Hinge forward 90 degrees from hips so that back in parallel to the floor and arms extended down, palms facing each other Drive elbows directly behind you to bring dumbbells by ribs.  Lower. Do 10-12 reps, then move on to the Decline Bench Press DECLINE BENCH PRESS – targets chest, shoulders, butt and hamstrings (6% more chest toning than flat on your back version) Holding a dumbbell in each hand, lie face up on the floor with knees bent and feet flat; bring arms out to the sides at shoulder level, then bend elbows 90 degrees so that forearms are perpendicular to the floor, palms forward Lift hips off floor so that body forms a straight line from knees to shoulder...

This is part five of a five part series to give you some workouts to partner up to get the most out of what you're doing. If you like to bike... Focus on targeting your hips, glutes and legs with endurance based strength moves as well as core stabilizing exercises.  How this benefits your next cycle session? More pedal power and fewer aches and pains when you log extra miles All you need is a stability ball to get this workout going. Jump Lunge : targets glutes, quads, hamstrings and calves Lunge forward with left left, bending left knee 90 degrees, keep knee directly over ankle From here jump forward 4-6 inches without switching legs, using arms for momentum Stand up, do 5-10 reps, then switch sides and repeat Ball Back Extension : targets low to mid back, core, glutes and hamstrings Lie down with your belly over the ball, feet hip width apart, legs extended and feet anchored to the bottom of a wall Lift your chest off the ball while raising both arms out 45 d...

This is part four of a five part series to give you some workouts to partner up to get the most out of what you're doing. If you like to play tennis... Focus on a combo of leg strength and core workout, especially the obliques.  The payoff will be more power on the court and lower risk of injury. What you'll need to get started is a set of 3-5 pound dumbbells. Balance toe touch : targets abs, obliques, lower back, thighs, calves and improves your balance Stand on right leg, knee straight (not locked) and hinge forward from the waist, bringing torso parallel to floor as you lift left leg behind you to hip height Touch right hand to toes Hold for 10 seconds, engaging core muscles to balance Return to start, so 10-20 reps switch sides Standing Rotation : targets shoulders, arms, abs and obliques Stand with feet shoulder width apart , holding dumbbells in hands, arms extended at chest height Slowly twist torso as far as you can to the right, bringing left arm acro...

This is part three of a five part series to give you some workouts to partner up to get the most out of what you're doing. If you like to swim.... Focus on working your shoulders, arms, core and hips with strength and balancing moves.  The payoff is better endurance and proper form as well as a smoother stroke and a more powerful kick. What you need to get started is a resistance tube or band. Stroke reps : targets shoulders, chest, outer and mid back and triceps Tie a resistance band around a stable object, such as a bedpost, at waist height. Hold one end in each hand, extend arms forward Take one step back, so there's some tension on the band Bend 90 degrees from waist and slowly pull both hands towards hips until palms face ceiling Hold at highest point for two counts and slowly return to start Do 10-20 reps High Five: targets chest, upper back, triceps, abs, obliques and hips Begin in a full push up position, hands aligned under shoulders, legs extended ...

This is part one of a five part series to give you some workouts to partner up to get the most out of what you're doing. If you like to hike or power walk... Focus on sculpting your abs, glutes, hips and thighs, the payoff  will be that you walk father and faster and burn more calories while sidestepping injuries-especially if you're hiking down a steep slope. All you need is yourself, no equipment required, to do these moves: Single leg bridge : targets abs, lower back, hip flexors, glutes and hamstrings Lie face up on the floor, knees bent and thighs touching Extend arms over head, palms up Left right leg 45 degrees, keeping thighs together Press through left foot while lifting hips until body forms a straight line from shoulders to right foot. Hold for 3 counts, slowly lower hips, barely touching floor, keep leg lifted Do 10-20 reps, switch sides and repeat Windmill : targets abs, obliques, mid to lower back Stand with feet hip width apart, arms extended...

Thanks to Gunnar Peterson, a renowned personal trainer in Los Angeles, who sculpts the bodies of macho men such as NFL star Tom Brady and NBA star Carmelo Anthony and who can forget to mention A List ladies like Halle Berry and Jennifer Lopez. The Plan: Do the indicted reps of each move in succession, repeat the workout three times, three times per week on nonconsecutive days. What you'll need: A barbell. Lets get started! Shoulder Shaper - Start with 20 lbs (works shoulders, abs, hips and butt) Stand with feet shoulder width apart, toes under barbell Bend down, knees soft and place hands on bar wider than shoulder width apart Stand and raise barbell to shoulder level, knees slightly bent, elbows bent and pointing to floor Press barbell overhead, straightening legs Lower bar to shoulder level, bending knees, for one rep Do 12 reps Lean Leg Lift - Start with 45 lbs (works hamstrings, back, abs, hips and butt) Stand with feet shoulder width apart, toes under bar...

And finally part four of the four part series...sorry for the delay! Thighs Get killer thighs for those leggings this winter with these moves: Lookout Lunge (Targets shoulders, back, butt, quads and hamstrings) Stand with feet hip width apart and extend arms over your head, palms facing each other. Lunge forward with left leg, bending your knee 90 degrees, with your right leg behind you Hinge forward from hips about 45 degrees, keeping your back flat, so that your torso and arms point diagonally up Rotate palms out and lower your arms to the side, then raise arms again, turning your palms in Maintaining lunge, lower and raise arms 8 times.  Switch legs and repeat.  Do 2 sets of 10 Honing Hinge (Targets shoulders, back, butt, quads and inner thighs) Stand with feet wider than shoulder width apart, toes turned out slightly arms by side Lower into plie, knees bent 90 degrees and extend arms overhead, palms forward (make it easier by keeping hands on hips) Sl...

Part three of four series on how to work those trouble zones! Butt Who doesn't want an amazing rear view?  Here are two exercises to get you toned in all the right places. Swinger (Targets butt and hips) Start on the ground on all fours, for extra counterbalancing support, prop your left hand up on fingertips and bend left elbow slightly Extend right leg behind you at hip level, toes pointed, then keeping your hips still, bring it directly out to the side Hold for 1 count, return to start Do 8 reps, switch sides and repeat, do 2 sets Perky Pendulum (Targets back, butt and hamstrings) Stand with feet together, arms by side Extend right arm (parallel to the ground) and right leg (as high as you can) behind you, rotating your body slightly so that your right hip faces up, with your foot flexed, extending your arm diagonally up in front of you Slowly hinge hips to tilt torso forward, keeping right leg lifted behind you and reaching left fingertips toward the ground ...

Part two of a four part series on how to work those trouble zones! Belly Muffin top is not a phrase any of us EVER wants to hear.  So here are two workouts aimed at toning up and slimming down your waistline. Fallen Triangle (Targets shoulders, abs, obliques and inner thighs) Start on the ground in a full push up position.  Balance on your hands and feet with arms extended making your body into a straight line from head to heels Move into a side plank, shifting your body weight to your left hand and rotating your body to extend your right arm directly up, palm forward, as you bring your extended left leg under torso and to the right.  Pulse left leg up and down 1 inch 5 times Tightening Tilt (Targets shoulders, abs, obliques, butt and legs) Stand with your heels together, toes turned out, arms by sides Bring bent knee out to your side at hip level, touching toes to left knee, as you raise extended arms out to the side at shoulder level, palms down Ke...

Part One of a four part series on how to work those trouble zones! Back of Arms Lets face it having your arms wave back can be heart breaking.  Here are two workouts aimed at tightening that skin in the back of your arms and a few other places too! Spider Man Press Up (Targets chest, triceps, abs, obliques, butt and hips) Start on the ground in full push up position, balancing on hands and feet with your arms extended, your body will form a straight line from head to heels. (Make it easier by doing this move on your knees) Bring a bent right knee out to side at hip level as you bend your elbows 90 degrees, keeping your arms tucked close into your ribs, so that you touch your right knee to your elbow. Press up and return to start Do 8 reps, switch sides and repeat.  Do 2 sets. Sunburst Slimmer (Targets shoulders, chest, back, triceps, abs and butt) Start on ground on all fours, then extend your right leg behnd you parallel to the ground, toes pointed Bending ...

Check out this super quick workout fifteen minutes to be exact, to curb the muffin top, smooth out those hips and trim your thighs: Click here for a printable version. Butterfly : Targets abs, butt, hamstrings and inner/outer thighs Stand with your feet wider than shoulder width apart, toes turned out and arms extended out to your sides at shoulder level with your palms down Bend your knees until thighs are parallel to the floor and lower your arms so that your wrists cross in front of your hips Hold for a count of 3 then squeeze your glutes as you straighten your legs and rise onto your toes (or jump in the air) Sweep your arms out to the sides and up until your wrists cross overhead Do 2 sets of 16 reps Bend and Stretch : Targets shoulders, back, abs, butt, thighs and calves) Start in downward dog, get on all fours on the mat, tuck toes under and press hips up to form an inverted V Shift hips back slightly and bend knees toward chest as you round your back into...